Before & After School Counselor @ Michigan Avenue Elementary School

Discover After School•St. Cloud, FL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Discover After School at Michigan Avenue Elementary School and make a meaningful impact in the lives of elementary-aged students! We are seeking engaged, curriculum-focused, motivated, and reliable counselors who are passionate about creating a safe, structured, and enriching environment where children can learn, explore, and thrive. As an Before & After School Counselor, you will help bring our mission to life by implementing engaging curriculum, building positive relationships, and supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through high-quality programming.

Requirements

Must complete the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training approved by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) prior to start date.
Must also complete one of the following: Part II “Special Needs Appropriate Practices” or at least 8 hours of training in serving children with disabilities, 10-hour “School-Age Appropriate Practices” module, or 5-hour “Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices” and 5-hour “School-Age Appropriate Practices” courses.
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma.
Satisfactory Criminal Background Screening & Drug Screening.
First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (can be provided by Discover After School).

Nice To Haves

Candidates who already possess the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training certifications are strongly preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience with Children: 1 year (Preferred)
First Aid Certification (Preferred)
CPR Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide excellent service to all students, families, co-workers, and school administration.
Meet the physical, emotional, and educational needs of the children in their care.
Work in a team environment; build and maintain healthy, cooperative relationships.
Communicate positively and effectively with the Site Director.
Adhere to all policies and procedures both organizationally and departmentally to ensure the safety of children, parents, and staff.
Model positive behavior and educate children in a manner which contributes to mature and responsible behavior.
Complete all Discover After School and governmentally required training in the required time frame.
Implement the curriculum and schedule provided on a daily basis and provide feedback to such on a weekly basis.
Oversee and participate in the cleaning and maintaining of facilities, equipment, and all areas used.
Perform additional tasks as needed or requested.
Wear appropriate staff uniform as assigned.
Report to all scheduled shifts on time.
Uphold safety procedures for children, parents, and staff.
Follow scheduled activities.
Familiarity with and adherence to policies and procedures.
Flexibility to perform additional tasks as required.
Promptly communicate any concerns to the Site Director.